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Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge, hotel in American River

Located overlooking the calm waters of Eastern Cove in scenic American River, the Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge offers a warm friendly welcome and features an award winning restaurant showcasing local...

Beautiful location, river views, full service restaurant and bar.
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
465 reviews
Price from$129.34per night
The River Suites, Kangaroo Island, hotel in American River

Wanderers Rest on Kangaroo Island is a small seaside guest house. The beautiful venue has come into new management, a small family-run business.

The room was clean and comfortable, with a beautiful view. The staff was very friendly, and the breakfast was delicious.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
433 reviews
Price from$123.49per night
Kangaroo Island Coastal Villas, hotel in American River

Kangaroo Island Coastal Villas offers a garden, as well as accommodations with a kitchenette in American River. Offering free private parking, the villa is 23 miles from Christmas Cove Marina.

Great host, great location, good amenities and quite comfy little villas.
6.8
Scored 6.8
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
147 reviews
Price from$141.36per night
Gilligan's Kangaroo Island, hotel in American River

Gilligan's Kangaroo Island offer accommodations approx. 984 feet from Baudin Beach.

The beds were really comfortable
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
51 reviews
Price from$227.48per night
The Haven - Island Beach, hotel in American River

The Haven - Island Beach offers accommodations in Island Beach. Free private parking is available on site. The accommodations comes with a flat-screen TV and iPod docking station.

We loved that the property was spacious, clean, comfortable and in a quiet location. We could see the beach through the trees and loved our early morning kangaroo visitor.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
68 reviews
Price from$292.48per night
The Fig Tree B&B, hotel in American River

Offering free WiFi and free parking, The Fig Tree B&B is located 5 minutes' walk from Baudin Beach. All rooms offer a balcony. Guest can enjoy fishing and swimming nearby.

The location is great and the room was nice, quiet and clean.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
222 reviews
Price from$57.91per night
Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn, hotel in American River

Located on the shores of beautiful Nepean Bay, Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn features rooms with ocean views, free WiFi and a 32-inch LCD TV.

The quick response to issues that cropped up. The view from the room was awesome, looked directly over the water.
7.7
Scored 7.7
Good
Rated good
556 reviews
Price from$103.99per night
Aurora Ozone Hotel Kangaroo Island, hotel in American River

Aurora Ozone Hotel Kangaroo Island is just 10 minutes' drive from Kingscote Airport.

Did not have breakfast. Dinner was very good
7.7
Scored 7.7
Good
Rated good
999 reviews
Price from$122.84per night
Kangaroo Island Seafront, hotel in American River

Enjoy 4-star accommodations set in tranquil gardens on Kangaroo Island, just 1312 feet from the Sealink ferry terminal. Kangaroo Island Seafront offers a sauna and an outdoor swimming pool.

Ours was a studio apartment with a water-facing balcony - nicely appointed and very comfortable.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
668 reviews
Price from$110.56per night
Trading Places Kangaroo Island, hotel in American River

Trading Places is located in Penneshaw and close to amenities such as ferry, shops, cafes, beach and Christmas Cove Marina.

The home itself was nice, comfortable, clean, and well equipped.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
40 reviews
Price from$227.48per night
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What Guests Said About American River:

  • 4.0
    Scored 4.0

    There’s literally nothing at American River except the...

    There’s literally nothing at American River except the lovely oyster farm shop that has terrific seafood. If you go to Kangaroo Island, which is beautiful, stay at Kingscote. The Ozone Hotel has good food and rooms as a start.
    Mark
    Australia
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Nice quiet area, pretty and not too far from Kingscote where...

    Nice quiet area, pretty and not too far from Kingscote where there are some pubs, shops and fishing off the Jetty. If you're looking for a peaceful area to stay them American River is the place for you.
    de'Brennel-Bourne
  • 10
    Scored 10

    It is a beautiful little town, with friendly locals running...

    It is a beautiful little town, with friendly locals running the shops providing delicious food and information on Kangaroo Island. Perfect place for if you like going out on the boat, kayaking or fishing.
    Samantha
    Australia
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    American river is quiet and has interesting history and...

    American river is quiet and has interesting history and little walks. With driving after 6pm not recommended it is rather good that the restaurant is excellent. (some hire car companies offer NO INSURANCE COVERAGE if vehicles are driven after 6pm - because of likelihood of wildlife strike).
    Sharon
    Australia
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    It's a peaceful place and cool to see pelicans, black swans...

    It's a peaceful place and cool to see pelicans, black swans and the rare glossy black cockatoos. However, there isn't really a swimming beach so it is maybe more for fishing trips than beach-goers. Staying in the hotel means you are limited to eating out and there are few options (the hotel is excellent but expensive) - 2 nights here was great but we were happy to move on where we had more options of activities and food for the rest of our trip.
    Lucy
    Australia
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Well equipped house, very comfortable and roomy.

    Well equipped house, very comfortable and roomy. Has 2 separate toilets. Nice view from main bedroom, kitchen and living/lounge rooms, verandah/deck the full width of the house. Very pleasant to sit on the deck after a day of sightseeing, enjoying a glass of local wine. There is a small supermarket that is quite well stocked. It's 20-30 mins to Kingscote where there is a good sized Drake's supermarket and more restaurants. The local Oyster Farm shop has good fresh oysters, but is only open from 11am to 3pm.
    Karen
    Australia

Explore guest reviews of hotels in American River

  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 135 reviews
    Lovely and neat accommodation in calm American River which just sits between (for KI) busy Kingscote and Penneshaw (where all the ferries arrive and leave) - perfect if you’re looking for peace and quiet! We enjoyed the picturesque view from the balcony onto the sea. We were visited twice by a kangaroo and have seen many birds like the rare black-tailed cockatoos - awesome! Many thanks to Kevin & his wife who have been very helpful and made us feel welcome and well.
    Jean
    Switzerland
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 17 reviews
    Property was relatively new build. Bedrooms were on the small side but comfortable. Open plan living area worked OK for our family of 4. All necessary facilities were included. Though it's located around 400m from the beach/dock. It's quite a hike up the hill back to the property. We did find some beautifully scenic walks in and around American River which we enjoyed..
    Henry
    Australia
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 40 reviews
    The hosts were friendly and gave us a lots of useful information to enjoy our stay. Full size fridge was very useful. Kitchen had all essential and outside bbq was a bonus. Beautiful garden, quiet neighborhood, koaras and tamar wallabies in the garden, short walk on the foot path to American River township, and the bush walking track.
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    .m.i.
    Australia
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 9 reviews
    Excellent view over American River. Fully equipped kitchen on gas was great. Comfortable lounges, tv in lounge and each bedroom. Excellent shower with high water pressure. Lots of books, cds, games to access. Plenty of room to spread out.
    Steven
    Australia
  • From $130.64 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 465 reviews
    Photo's of the property were taken quite a while ago, It was a bit like stepping back into a 1980's motel. Bed was comfortable. Dining menu was limited but food was good quality. Location was lovely. Housekeeping staff were excellent.
    Malcolm Bell
    Australia
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 13 reviews
    Located just infront of American river(perfect location), the house is clean, beautifully decorated and well equipped with every little item you need for a vaccay. Overall experience was awesome.
    Ershadi
    Australia
  • From $136.49 per night
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 147 reviews
    Location was excellent. Walking distance to everything in American River. Very peaceful. Well appointed for short stay. Very clean. Staff friendly and helpful.
    Eileen
    Australia
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 8 reviews
    Lovely location ! Clean tidy house great views, walking distance to Mercure hotel where there is a lovely wood fire and happy hour from 5-6!
    Kylie
    Australia
  • From $130.64 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 465 reviews
    nice setting with good view , flanked by woods and sea. quiet . good food and friendly staff. location fairly central in the island
    RAVI
    United Kingdom
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 61 reviews
    The location in American River was great. We had a lovely view and even had a blue wren hang out on the balcony
    Cathy
    Australia
  • From $130.64 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 465 reviews
    The staff were excellent, dining room comfortable, general ambience Good to see local wines & food used.
    Allan
    Australia
  • From $130.64 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 465 reviews
    Wonderfully comfortable hotel to stay in with exceptional staff - so welcoming and friendly.
    Susan
    Australia
  • From $130.64 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 465 reviews
    Good location, swimming pool and the facilities within the hotel complex.
    Jesse
    Australia
  • From $130.64 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 465 reviews
    We ate in the hotel restaurant and the food and service was great
    Tracey
    Australia
  • From $123.49 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 433 reviews
    great location on American River
    Steve
    Australia